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Kings Park

VIC 3021 • Greater Melbourne

8,203
Population (2021)
$63,648
Median Household Income
2.53 km²
Area
$321/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyMulticulturalSuburbanWestern MelbourneResidential

About Kings Park

Kings Park is a suburban locality in Melbourne's north-west, located approximately 19 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Brimbank local government area. With a population of around 8,200 residents recorded at the 2021 census, it is a compact residential suburb covering about 2.5 square kilometres. The area was developed primarily from the 1970s and is named after the King family, whose farm once occupied the land. It has a culturally diverse community, reflecting the multicultural character of the broader Brimbank area.

Kings Park offers a quiet, family-oriented environment with access to local parks, primary schools, and community facilities. Residents are well-served by nearby shopping at the Watergardens Town Centre in Taylors Lakes and St Albans, both within a short drive. The suburb is predominantly made up of families and owner-occupiers, with a strong sense of community. Its proximity to Caroline Springs, Keilor Downs, and the Western Ring Road makes it a convenient base for commuters across Melbourne's western corridor.

Kings Park falls under postcode 3021 and is governed by Brimbank Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kororoit (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3021
Urban Area
Keilor
LGA / Council
Brimbank
Federal Electorate
Gorton
State Electorate
Kororoit (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.73°, 144.77°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
2.53 km²
Elevation
81m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Kings Park for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$653K
26 sales · ▲ 5.2% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$321
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
38 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

St Albans
2.8 km
34 min
Keilor Plains
3.5 km
42 min
Watergardens
4.2 km
50 min

Bus Services

  • 426,427 — St Albans Station / Watergardens 10–15 min
  • 421 — Sunshine / Keilor Downs 15–20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
19 km
By Train
45–55 min (to St Albans, then Sunbury Line)
By Bus
60–70 min
By Car (Peak)
40–55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25–35 min

🛣️ St Albans Station is the nearest train access point, approx. 3km away.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Kings Park is primarily car-dependent for most errands, though local parks and some bus stops are within walking distance.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Brimbank Local Government Area, which contains Kings Park. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
362.5 / 100k
2yr Up 23.0% 10yr Down 49.2%
Motor vehicle theft
492.5 / 100k
2yr Up 91.6% 10yr Up 23.9%
Non-FV assault
306.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 18.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 17.2%
Steal from vehicle
1,524.3 / 100k
2yr Up 45.4% 10yr Up 13.2%
View all offence subgroups for Brimbank →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,198
Census 2021
8,203
▲ 0.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$21,736
Personal Income 2021
$24,908
▲ 14.6% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$24,908 / yr
$479/wk
Household
$63,648 / yr
$1224/wk
Family
$68,692 / yr
$1321/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,276
Born Overseas 4,391

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 1,511
  • 2. North Macedonia 331
  • 3. Myanmar 243
  • 4. Philippines 230
  • 5. Malta 196
  • 6. India 154
  • 7. Bosnia & Herzegovina 100
  • 8. New Zealand 86
  • 9. Pakistan 84
  • 10. Croatia 82

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Vietnamese 1,970
Australian 779
English 660
Chinese 582
Macedonian 485
Maltese 426
Filipino 313
Italian 212
Greek 171
Croatian 138

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

717
Both parents born in Australia
6,459
Both parents born overseas
501
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.9%
No Religion
18.9%
Buddhism
16.7%
Islam
7.5%
Hinduism
1.1%
Sikhism
0.9%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
482 (5.9%)
5-14 years
1,046 (12.8%)
15-19 years
491 (6.0%)
20-24 years
522 (6.4%)
25-34 years
1,126 (13.7%)
35-44 years
1,056 (12.9%)
45-54 years
996 (12.1%)
55-64 years
1,005 (12.3%)
65-74 years
991 (12.1%)
75-84 years
401 (4.9%)
85+ years
82 (1.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kings Park known for? +

Kings Park is known as a quiet, multicultural family suburb in Melbourne's north-west, with a diverse community and a suburban residential character. It borders St Albans and is well connected to the Watergardens shopping and transport hub.

How far is Kings Park from Melbourne CBD? +

Kings Park is approximately 19 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, around a 30-40 minute drive or approximately 40 minutes by public transport via train and bus connections.

Does Kings Park have public transport? +

Kings Park is served by local bus routes connecting to St Albans station and Watergardens station on the Sunbury Line, providing regular train services to Melbourne CBD.

What is the population of Kings Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kings Park has a population of approximately 8,203 residents, with a strongly multicultural demographic typical of the City of Brimbank.

Is Kings Park a good place to live? +

Kings Park offers affordable housing, a quiet suburban environment, and good access to Watergardens Town Centre for major shopping. It suits multicultural families and first-home buyers seeking value in Melbourne's north-west.

What is the postcode for Kings Park? +

The postcode for Kings Park is 3021.

What is the average income in Kings Park? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Kings Park is about $479 per week (around $24,900 per year). The median household income is $1,224 per week and the median family income is $1,321 per week.

What is the median house price in Kings Park? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $652,500, up 5.2% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Kings Park? +

The median age in Kings Park is 38. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,126 residents, around 14%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 18% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Kings Park a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kings Park is part of the Brimbank LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Kings Park? +

In Kings Park, the median weekly rent is $321, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,500 (2021 Census).